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as in success
a successful result brought about by hard work
our biggest accomplishment this week was finishing the living room makeover
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as in execution
the doing of an action
your prompt accomplishment of this urgent project is much appreciated
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as in achievement
the state of being actual or complete
a long, difficult project whose accomplishment we wondered if we would ever see
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as in education
a high level of taste and enlightenment as a result of extensive intellectual training and exposure to the arts
what his wife lacked in traditional accomplishment she made up for with a great generosity of spirit
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Recent Examples of accomplishment
Davante Adams has achieved nearly everything a wide receiver could hope to during his ultra-productive 12-year NFL career, but one key accomplishment has eluded him.
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026
Part of his great accomplishment was to take the European aesthetic of beauty and redefine it for the South, with its heat and its billboards, its indolence and humor and thick nights.
—Hilton Als, New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2026
This playful and comprehensive biographical documentary from director David Alvarado spends time with a deserving trailblazer whose name and accomplishments perhaps aren’t engraved in the American consciousness, but should be.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
As the head of CalOptima Health, Hunn has guided the public agency since 2021 through controversy over its financial practices while scoring major accomplishments in bringing health care and housing to the masses.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
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Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026
Part of his great accomplishment was to take the European aesthetic of beauty and redefine it for the South, with its heat and its billboards, its indolence and humor and thick nights.
—Hilton Als, New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2026
This playful and comprehensive biographical documentary from director David Alvarado spends time with a deserving trailblazer whose name and accomplishments perhaps aren’t engraved in the American consciousness, but should be.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
As the head of CalOptima Health, Hunn has guided the public agency since 2021 through controversy over its financial practices while scoring major accomplishments in bringing health care and housing to the masses.
—Tony Saavedra, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accomplishment
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The continued success of this residency — which is the longest in Sphere history — is further proof of the undying love for the Eagles, which got their start as the backing band for Linda Ronstadt in 1971.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
25 Jan. 2026
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Trump appears to be aware of the stock market’s performance and views the market as a barometer for his success.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
25 Jan. 2026
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It had been used along with others to carry out mass executions in 1988 that reportedly killed at least 5,000 people.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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Walker's son, Ted Smith, 72, gave testimony at his father's posthumous exoneration, noting his mother never recovered after the execution.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Many professionals focus on big projects and headline achievements, but research shows that soft skills and visibility strongly influence promotions.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the research underscores how school matters across achievement levels — and each day makes a difference.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Julia Mejia arguably received the most favorable committee chairmanship of Worrell’s supporters, with education.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Summit speakers explored the current landscape of business and industry across health care, child care, education, manufacturing and development sectors, by discussing trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the region’s economy.—
Marianne Love,
Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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This alignment strengthens professional decision-making while enhancing personal fulfillment and emotional balance.—
Karen Hinds,
Hartford Courant,
13 Jan. 2026
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Guest of winner must be at least 21 years old and may be required to sign a separate Promotions Release and Affidavit for Guests prior to prize fulfillment or venue entry.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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That realization led them to launch their 50/50 media equity pledge back in 2022, a commitment to spend equally on men’s and women’s sports media.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
26 Jan. 2026
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This might not seem like such a profound realization for a lion of the festival circuit.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
26 Jan. 2026
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From a civilization that is dying to one that is being born.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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This far removed from civilization, however, the balance of power flips, and the resourceful housekeeper takes control.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2026
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South Korea’s legislature hasn’t ratified the trade agreement due to a dispute over conflicting interpretations of its implementation.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Jan. 2026
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There’s also a chance to postpone it, as earlier this month, Representative Jim Baird, a Republican from Indiana, introduced a bill to delay implementation of the ban for an additional two years.—
Jen Reeder,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Accomplishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accomplishment. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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